Title: ✅Basic Rules
Course: "Our networks, our security" Digital Security with a Gender Perspective > Section: Introductory module

Basic Rules

Before diving into the course, here are some key things to keep in mind:

1. Open Navigation

This course is designed for flexible navigation, allowing you to tailor your learning journey to your interests, preferences, and specific cybersecurity needs.

- All five modules are open, allowing you to navigate them without needing to complete evaluations on previous sections. You don’t need to complete one before accessing another.
- You will find links, shortcuts, and references to security recommendations throughout the course, enabling a seamless and personalized learning experience.
- You can follow the course in a structured, step-by-step way or explore topics freely at your own pace.

This course also includes three live sessions. These provide an opportunity to deepen your knowledge, engage in interactive activities, and connect with other participants to share experiences.

Note: 👉Section 4.6 and 👉Module 5 are optional, as they are directed towards victims and survivors of online gender-based violence. However, we strongly recommend reviewing these sections to understand how to better protect yourself and support other women and girls facing digital threats.

📜Certification

You can earn a course certificate regardless of the order in which you navigate the modules. However, to qualify for certification, you must complete the reinforcement exercises included in all five modules.

There is no limit on the number of attempts for these exercises, so take your time to carefully review the instructions and succeed.

⏰Course Duration and Access

Once you begin the course, you will have three months to access the content, complete the exercises, and obtain certification.

- If you do not complete the course within this timeframe, access will automatically expire.
- If no activity is recorded within the first 15 days after enrollment, your training spot may be reassigned to another interested participant.

🗣️Discussion Forum

A dedicated forum is available within the virtual classroom where you can post comments and questions related to the course content. All posts are public and visible to other participants, encouraging interaction and knowledge sharing.

If you prefer to ask a question privately, you can email us at: cynder@oas.org.

📑Pre- and Post-Course Assessments

To help improve the course, you will be asked to complete:

- A pre-course diagnostic to assess initial knowledge.
- A post-course assessment to measure progress.
- Two short surveys at the end of the course, where you can share feedback and suggestions.

Your participation in these assessments will help us enhance the content, resources, and tools provided.